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The Spanish American War
The best example of American imperialism at the turn of the century
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Why did Spain and the U.S go to war over Cuba?
To “liberate” Cuba from the Spanish Cubans revolted in 1895, demanding independence Spain had installed a military government in Cuba Rebels in Cuba were thrown into concentration camps
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Reason #2: Dollars and Defense
Also, Cuba was a very important source of sugar, and there were many American investments in Cuba Some Americans had suggested that Cuba become a state
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WAR IS DECLARED President McKinley asks to send troops to end the war
Congress passes a joint resolution for a free Cuba It’s on!
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The Event The war only lasted a few months
US Troops fought in the Caribbean and in the Pacific US was not very prepared
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